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No Excuses, Non-Stop Growth: Inside Alex Gerritsen's Recruitment Revolution in Europe
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In this episode of Pints of View Gary Goldsmith talks to Alex Gerritsen Head of DACH, SR Group. They discuss Alex’s career in the recruitment industry spanning over 25 years, including his experiences growing businesses in multiple countries and regions as a Partner.
They discuss Alex’s journey from starting his career in London and Amsterdam to taking on leadership roles in Germany, helping to establish the recruitment model in new markets. Gerritsen also shares stories from his time with the company, emphasising the importance of culture, appreciation for employees, and building lasting memories.
In this episode you will hear:
Alex experiences starting his career and learning from mentors
Strategies for international expansion and establishing new offices
Challenges and lessons from starting businesses in new markets like Germany
Importance of process, activity and creating a motivating work environment
Fun stories and trips from Gerritsen's time with the recruitment company
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Season 4:
0:00 Entrepreneurship, mentorship, and performance in the recruitment industry.
5:56 Career goals and recruitment experience in the Netherlands.
10:53 Business growth and lessons learned.
16:18 Business strategies and experiences in the IT industry.
22:18 Starting and growing a business in Germany, with insights on market entry, team building, and leadership.
29:17 Business success, leadership, and culture in Germany.
34:59 Leadership, process, and work-life balance.
41:02 Recruitment industry trends, including yield, deal size, and cost per desk, with a focus on culture and brand building.
50:15 Past experiences in recruitment and advisory work.
54:06 Recruitment, growth, and team dynamics.
59:10 Leadership, business, and personal growth with a group of professionals.
1:06:00 Recruitment industry, lies, and charity.
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